Cable Bicep Curl vs Cable Hammer Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Cable Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl are close in use — 8,829 vs 4,647 sessions logged. What separates them is Biceps loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Cable Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Cable Bicep Curl vs Cable Hammer Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Bicep Curl more often — 8,829 sessions compared to 4,647 for Cable Hammer Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Cable Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl Differ
| What differs | Cable Bicep Curl | Cable Hammer Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 8,829 sessions | 4,647 sessions |
How to Do Cable Bicep Curl
Cable Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the weight while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the weight, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If your wrists are uncomfortable, it may be because you are gripping the barbell too narrowly. Try gripping it a little wider.
- 2. If your wrists are still uncomfortable, please use an EZ bar.
For a full Cable Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Bicep Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Cable Hammer Curl
Cable Hammer Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart and grab the cable with your palms facing your body.
- 2. Fix your elbows at your sides, perpendicular to the ground, and bend your arms until the cable reaches shoulder height.
- 3. Keep your elbows and shoulders still while slowly lowering the cable, feeling the resistance.
- 4. Do not fully extend your arms; keep them slightly bent to maximize relaxation.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to move your wrist excessively and keep your elbow fixed.
For a full Cable Hammer Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Hammer Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Cable Bicep Curl or Cable Hammer Curl?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Biceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Cable Bicep Curl and Cable Hammer Curl need?
Cable Bicep Curl needs a machine, and Cable Hammer Curl needs a machine.
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